Events (Vital's Picks)
A selection of the area's most interesting upcoming events.
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10th Annual Susan G. Komen Milwaukee Race for the Cure @ Henry W. Maier Festival Park
Sun, Sep 28, 2008 – Sun, Sep 28, 2008
5k run/walk, 1 mile walk. Post-Race celebration, Pink in the Park, will run from 9 a.m. until 1:30 p.m. at Veterans Park and will feature refreshments, award ceremonies, survivor recognition, live music and more.
This year, more than 12,000 participants are expected, and the goal is to raise $1 MILLION. Up to 75% of that money stays in our community to fund breast cancer screening, treatment and education.
Visit http://www.komenmilwaukee.org or call (414) 805-2900 to register or for more information.
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Mondo Lucha @ Turner Hall Ballroom
Sat, Sep 27, 2008 – Sat, Sep 27, 2008
What do you get when you combine swingin’ rockabilly, burlesque dancers, acrobats, carny madmen and luchadors performing aerial wrestling stunts? Take a deep breath, Milwaukee, and prepare yourself for Mondo Lucha, a one-nightonly vaudevillian extravaganza! During this three hour show at historic Turner Hall Ballroom, you’ll see live performances by our very own Uptown Savages, psychotic stunts and skits courtesy of the Dead Man’s Carnival and burlesque acts from across the Midwest shakin’ and shimmyin’ all night long. But wait! There’s more! Throughout the night there will be high-flying lucha libre style wrestling matches – masks and all! Word on the street says that the Brew City Bruisers might event step into the ring, but you’ll have to find out for yourself. Save the date! myspace.com/mondo_lucha
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Milwaukee Noise Fest @ The Borg Ward
Thu, Sep 25, 2008 – Sat, Sep 27, 2008
The name says it all. A slew of Milwaukee (and surrounding area) bands bring you Noise Fest 2008, three days of experimental music to blow your mind – or at least create bubbles in your brain. Expect the unexpected when you head down to the Borg Ward for music that crosses genres from psychedelic to ambient, metal to industrial. Each day is sure to sate your discordant cravings, put you in a trance and most likely make your body move like it’s never moved before. Highlights of the fest are a reunion show by Boy Dirt Car, and a performance by the one-woman noise act Nummy. She’s not even 18, but she rocks pretty hard. Tickets are $10 per day or $21 for a three-day pass. myspace.com/milwaukeenoisefestival.
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Art in Flux @ 811 E. Vienna
Sat, Sep 20, 2008 – Wed, Aug 20, 2008
The creative minds at Flux Design have been making their mark on Milwaukee for over eight years, transforming the city’s hottest spots into works of art. Catch their distinctive style at local haunts like Water Buffalo, Eve and the wonderfully organic Roots Restaurant and Cellar. Co-founders Jeremy Shamrowicz and Jesse Meyer share the love with this annual benefit, creating original art and then auctioning the pieces off in support of MIAD’s academic programs. The event features large-scale steamroller prints created on-site, while MIAD alumni fabricate mixed media sculpture live for your witnessing pleasure. All art created at the event will be offered in a silent auction throughout the evening, with delectable eats (courtesy of Water Buffalo) and a cash bar! 414-906-1990
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Briggs & Al’s Run & Walk for Children’s Hospital @ Marquette University
Sat, Sep 20, 2008 – Sat, Sep 20, 2008
Over the past 31 years, this hallmark event has raised over $9 million to benefit Children’s Hospital. Choose from an 8k run, a 3- or 5-mile walk or wheelchair event. It’s a great way to get some exercise and show your love for an important cause. 414-266-1520 or alsrun.com
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Center Street Daze @ Riverwest
Sat, Sep 20, 2008 – Sat, Sep 20, 2008
For the past 10 years, Center Street Daze has helped us bid a fond farewell to summer with a ridiculously fun street party. This year promises the same with a day full of bands, beer and so much more. The highlight of the day is undoubtedly the infamous Art Cart Race, a “thrill-a-minute” dash to the finish line featuring hand-made human powered go-karts. Last year’s race lit the streets on fire – literally. Stick around after the races to peruse the street where you’ll find art, crafts, books, food & drink, live bands playing all day long and general tomfoolery. It’s worth the short jaunt to Riverwest and a great way to spend the last few days of summer!
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Milwaukee River Challenge @ Milwaukee and Menomonee Rivers
Sat, Sep 20, 2008 – Wed, Aug 20, 2008
Once again, Manpower Inc. brings us a rip-roaring race up Milwaukee’s rivers. Olympic, US National Team, collegiate and club rowers from across the nation will convene in Milwaukee for a 2.5-mile race on the Milwaukee and Menomonee Rivers that passes under 16 bridges in the heart of our city. These bridges, downtown restaurants and the River Walk offer spectators a spectacular vantage point to view the race and get an up close look at the passion of these dedicated rowers. milwaukeeriverchallenge.com
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2008 Tomato Romp @ East North Avenue
Sat, Sep 20, 2008 – Sat, Sep 20, 2008
Since they were first cultivated by the Aztecs, tomatoes have been touted as the world’s favorite fruit. Packed with Vitamin C and loads of antioxidants, these delicious berries – that’s right, they’re berries – are even known to help fight cancer. This month, we salute the tomato in true Milwaukee fashion with the East Side Tomato Romp and Bloody Mary competition. Bars and vendors will be on site selling their tomato-related wares, plus there will be street performances and a giant tomato fight! How many shaky weekend mornings have you spent looking for the perfect Bloody Mary to cure what ails you? Look no further, boozy friends: area bars will be on hand offering their take on this delicious hangover cure for your sampling pleasure. This is an all-ages event and tickets for the Bloody Mary competition are only 5 bones! theeastside.org
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Hidden River Art Festival @ Sharon Lynne Wilson Center for the Arts
Fri, Sep 19, 2008 – Thu, Aug 21, 2008
Over 80 Wisconsin artists will feature their work at this third-annual arts festival. Bring your family and friends out to Brookfield’s Mitchell Park to support regional artists and peruse local photography, sculpture, textiles, jewelry and ... well, the list goes on and on. If you’ve been bitten by the creative bug, this three-day festival lets you explore your own artistic tendencies with workshops, artist demonstrations and hands-on activities. A highlight of this year’s fest is their first-ever Emerging Artists gallery, featuring work by Wisconsin’s best and brightest up-and-comers. Check out our video interview with Seventh Floor Studios in Milwaukee at vitalsourcemag.com. 262-781-9470 or hiddenriverartfestival.com
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Ride on the Wild Side @ Milwaukee County Zoo
Sun, Sep 14, 2008 – Sun, Sep 14, 2008
Grab your wheels and scoot down to the zoo for a good-old fashioned ride. Bring the kiddies for a 2.5 mile ride or try one of two distance rides (17 or 27 miles) that start in the zoo and continue along the Menomonee River Parkway. The entry fee scores you breakfast, lunch, a long-sleeve t-shirt and zoo admission, and proceeds go to taking care of all the beloved animals housed within the Milwaukee Zoo. Plus, you get to ride your bike IN THE ZOO. How awesome is that? 414-771-5500 or zoosociety.org
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Planting Seeds of Peace @ St. Joseph Center
Sun, Sep 14, 2008 – Sun, Sep 14, 2008
The School Sisters of St. Francis have a long history of witnessing to peace on the near south side of Milwaukee. This special event presents an opportunity to experience and participate in a variety of cultural, artistic, religious, and social expressions of peace. Representatives of several of Milwaukee’s diverse religious and ethnic populations will join the School Sisters in offering unique ways of witnessing for peace. This free event is open to the public and will be held from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m. at St. Joseph Center, 1501 S. Layton Blvd. (27th and Greenfield Ave.) in Milwaukee. Parking is available on the street or in the lot west of the building – enter on 29th and Orchard Streets. http://www.sssf.org/english/intl-helpEvents.shtml
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Frank Mots International Kite Festival @ Veterans Park
Sat, Sep 13, 2008 – Thu, Aug 14, 2008
Don’t be alarmed when you see two humongous octopi looming over the lakefront this weekend. For 30 years, the Frank Mots International Kite Festival has been lighting up the skyline with graceful kites from around the world. The fest kicks off on Saturday afternoon with the mass launch of 500 kites, and professional kite teams (we think it’s awesome that there are professional kite teams) will be in the park all day staging dazzling aerial performances. Sometimes, the simplest pleasures are the most fun, so what are you waiting for? Go fly a kite! 414-305-3145 or giftofwings.com
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Global Union Music festival @ Humboldt Park
Sat, Sep 13, 2008 – Thu, Aug 14, 2008
This two-day event brings musicians and artists from around the globe right to our own backyard, turning Humboldt Park into a who’s-who of world music. One of the last great (and FREE) parties of the summer, Global Union showcases an eclectic mix of performances, including Carnatic-style guitar tributes to Jimi Hendrix, traditional Russian music and village vocals with a tinge of American folk, and a Cuban jazz flutist, to name a few. Bring the whole gang (young and old), a lawn chair and a picnic lunch. You can even bring your dog (leashed, of course). Don’t like to plan ahead? The festival features food, beverage and arts and crafts vendors aplenty, and dancing is strongly encouraged. VITAL Source is a proud sponsor. Need we say more? alvernopresents.alverno.edu/global-union
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Stop & Smell the Herbs and Roses @ Boerner Gardens
Sat, Sep 13, 2008 – Sat, Sep 13, 2008
Boerner Botanical Gardens, 9400 Boerner Drive in Hales Corners, announces Stop and Smell the Herbs and Roses on Saturday, September 13 from 10am to 4pm. The Herb Society of America-WI unit, Waukesha Rose Society, and Boerner Botanical Gardens have partnered to provide the community this great event featuring herbs and roses. Guests will learn about general rose care and organic rose growing. They will also be able to taste and learn about edible flowers like roses and learn about floral arranging with herbs and roses.The cost to attend this event is included in the regular admission fee ($4.50 adults, children $2.50 ages 6-17) to Boerner Gardens. Food for purchase is available. For further information go to countyparks.com or contact Boerner Botanical Gardens at (414) 525-5601.
Event Schedule:
10:15am…….Drying Herbs and Roses
11:00am…….David Zlesak Talk from Earth Kind Roses
1-4:00pm……Rose Show
1:30pm……...Sweet Scents of Herbs & Roses with Jane Cole
2:30pm………Rose & Herb Flower Arranging
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Coalition of Photographic Arts Regional Juried Exhibition @ Walker’s Point Center for the Arts
Fri, Sep 12, 2008 – Sat, Oct 18, 2008
Wisconsin’s fastest growing arts organization, the Coalition of Photographic Arts (CoPA) is proud to announce the artists selected for the Second Annual Juried Exhibition. CoPA received 138 entries representing WI, IL, MN, and MI.Juror Awards for CoPA’s Second Annual Juried Exhibition include Best in Show, 2nd and 3rd Place Honorable Mention, as well as a People’s Choice Award selected by viewers. The exhibition opens with an artist’s reception on Friday, September 12, 2008 from 6-9pm at the Walker’s Point Center for the Arts, 911 W. National Avenue, Milwaukee, WI 53204, (414) 672-2787. George Slade, Artistic Director of the Minnesota Center for Photography and contest juror, will be giving a Gallery talk at 7:00 p.m. on October 10th with a reception beginning an hour before his talk. A closing reception during Milwaukee’s Gallery Night and Day on October 17th will bring CoPA’s Second Annual Juried Exhibition to a close on Saturday, October 18th.